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Steam Sautéed Summer Squash with Sweet Herbs

By Jen Hoy, About.com

Summer Squash

Jen Hoy
Quick, light, and fragrant with sweet herbs, this recipe for steam sautéed summer squash can be made with any yellow or green variety of sweet squash.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot, sliced thin
  • 4 assorted yellow and green summer squash, stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch thick chunks
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped dill, thyme or basil
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped chives
Preparation:
Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium high flame. Sauté the shallot for two minutes, add the squash, and sauté, stirring frequently, for 1 minute. Add salt and 2 tablespoons of water, cover and cook 3 minutes until squash is tender and beginning to turn golden. Add herbs, and toss quickly. Serves 4
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